Center Square Travel Guide
Albany
Visit Center Square
Popular places to visit
University at Albany
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University at Albany during your trip to McKownville. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
MVP Arena
Enjoy the sounds of some of today’s biggest performing artists or watch an exciting sports event at a stadium in the very heart of Downtown Albany.
Palace Theater
Old World splendor and modern performance standards meet at this renovated heritage theater located in Albany’s downtown. Tour the building or see a show.
The Egg
One of the country’s most unique buildings, this performance space is both an architectural marvel and a great place to catch a show.
New York State Capitol Building
Perched atop Albany’s State Street hill, this ornate building has served as the seat of New York State government since the 19th century.
Washington Park
Numerous activities await you in this beloved and idyllic Albany green space, a product of the city’s Golden Age in the late 1800s.
Things to do
Private Axe Throwing for 1 Hour
Top hotels in Center Square
Crowne Plaza Albany - The Desmond Hotel by IHG
Hotel was nice and very friendly.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport
Clean, friendly, convenient
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Albany/Downtown
Great staff, very clean rooms, convenient to walk to entertainment and other items in the downtown and bar – restaurant fit, and need in a pinch too
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Albany Airport
Nice room and amenities (bathtub, microwave, fridge), comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Microtel Inn by Wyndham Albany Airport
The fan of the air conditonning was stop and go all the time.....we try to keep constant fan , but it did work
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn & Suites Albany-Downtown
Clean room, great staff! Enjoyed our stay!!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Center Square
Hudson Park
While there might not be top attractions in Hudson Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like New York State Museum and The Egg.
Sheridan Hollow
If you're spending some time in Sheridan Hollow, Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art are top sights worth seeing.
Mansion
When in Mansion, you can plan a visit to New York State Museum and Corning Tower, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Albany
Downtown Albany is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to MVP Arena and Albany City Hall while you're in town.
Arbor Hill
If you're spending some time in Arbor Hill, Palace Theater and Ten Broeck Mansion are top sights worth seeing.
Washington Square
Though Washington Square may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Washington Avenue Armory Sports and Convention Arena and Albany Institute of History and Art.
